ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Almost nothing has gone according to the Denver Broncos' plan for rookie linebacker Baron Browning. And so far, that's worked out just fine for everyone.
Browning, a third-round pick in last April's draft, has started the Broncos' past six games, including Sunday's win over the Detroit Lions. He's shown composure in the heat of the moment to go with rare athleticism as the Broncos cling to playoff hopes.
The football education of Browning continues to accelerate and has included plenty of one-on-one sessions with Broncos coach Vic Fangio, the team's defensive playcaller and a former linebackers coach deep down in his football DNA.